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Siddaramaiah appeals to Karnataka MPs to work together for welfare of state
Updated on Jun 28, 2024 08:22 AM IST
Karnataka chief minister Siddaramaiah on Thursday addressed a meeting of the state’s elected Lok Sabha MPs, urging them to “raise their voices both inside and outside the parliament”. He also sought their support for the state government projects pending approval by the Centre.
![In a meeting which included Rajya Sabha members and Union ministers from the state, Siddaramaiah said, “Parliament is meant to be for the welfare of the state and not for politics”. (PTI) In a meeting which included Rajya Sabha members and Union ministers from the state, Siddaramaiah said, “Parliament is meant to be for the welfare of the state and not for politics”. (PTI)](https://cdn.statically.io/img/www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/06/27/550x309/In-a-meeting-which-included-Rajya-Sabha-members-an_1719515863053.jpg)
Vrinda Tulsian, New Delhi
Grandfather rapes six-year-old, search on for accused: Police
A six-year-old girl was allegedly raped by her grandfather on Saturday in Hulimavu, police officials said on Thursday.
![Grandfather rapes six-year-old, search on for accused: Police Grandfather rapes six-year-old, search on for accused: Police](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/04/19/148x111/India_Flag_1713518778477_1713518820010.jpeg)
Updated on Jun 28, 2024 08:18 AM IST
Coovercolly Indresh, Bengaluru
US, Canada experts to take stock of Polavaram project
The Central government has roped in a team of irrigation experts from the USA and Canada to study the extensive damages caused to the Polavaram major irrigation project being built on the Godavari river in Andhra Pradesh and suggest remedial measures, people familiar with the matter said on Thursday.
![Andhra Pradesh chief minister N Chandrababu Naidu visited the Polavaram dam site last week to assess the condition of the project works. (HT Photo) Andhra Pradesh chief minister N Chandrababu Naidu visited the Polavaram dam site last week to assess the condition of the project works. (HT Photo)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/06/27/150x84/Andhra-Pradesh-chief-minister-N-Chandrababu-Naidu-_1719515622769.jpg)
Updated on Jun 28, 2024 08:16 AM IST
Srinivasa Rao Apparasu, Hyderabad
IAF relocates MiG-21s to Nal base as it prepares to replace the fleet
Both squadrons operate the MiG-21 Bison, the last variant of the single-engine workhorse. A fighter squadron usually consists of 16 to 18 fighter jets.
![Squadron Leader Mohana Singh in a MiG-21 Bison at the Nal airbase near Bikaner. (HT file) Squadron Leader Mohana Singh in a MiG-21 Bison at the Nal airbase near Bikaner. (HT file)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/06/27/150x84/Squadron-Leader-Mohana-Singh-in-a-MiG-21-Bison-at-_1719515382851.jpg)
Updated on Jun 28, 2024 08:12 AM IST
Hot and dry June pushes back planting across the country
Monsoon showers in July will be crucial to sowing of key summer crops India is counting on to cut inflation, as below-normal rains and hot weather in June pushed back planting in many regions and depleted large water bodies that act as sources of irrigation.
![The PAU asked farmers to defer sowing of long-duration paddy until July. (ANI) The PAU asked farmers to defer sowing of long-duration paddy until July. (ANI)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/06/27/150x84/The-PAU-asked-farmers-to-defer-sowing-of-long-dura_1719515142690.jpg)
Updated on Jun 28, 2024 08:06 AM IST
Directorate of Estates begins work to house lawmakers
A senior ministry official speaking on condition of anonymity said that Gandhi will be allotted a new house which will be equivalent to that of a Union Minister.
![Several MPs are set to be allotted new houses in Lutyens’ Delhi. (HT file) Several MPs are set to be allotted new houses in Lutyens’ Delhi. (HT file)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/06/27/150x84/Several-MPs-are-set-to-be-allotted-new-houses-in-L_1719514662582.jpg)
Updated on Jun 28, 2024 07:46 AM IST
Modi likely to meet top bureaucrats, review agenda, progress of new govt
The PM may also review their individual department-related plans for the first 125-day agenda of the government and the progress so far.
![Prime Minister Narendra Modi during his first meeting with bureaucrats on June 4, 2014. (HT Archive) Prime Minister Narendra Modi during his first meeting with bureaucrats on June 4, 2014. (HT Archive)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/06/27/150x84/Prime-Minister-Narendra-Modi-during-his-first-meet_1719514542546.jpg)
Updated on Jun 28, 2024 04:31 AM IST
Sengol latest flashpoint between INDIA and NDA
Samajwadi Party MP RK Chaudhary on Thursday demanded the removal of the Sengol, the staff installed in the new Parliament, calling it a symbol of “monarchy” and asked for it to be replaced by the Constitution, sparking a row between the government and the INDIA block of opposition parties.
![Sengol latest flashpoint between INDIA and NDA Sengol latest flashpoint between INDIA and NDA](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/04/19/148x111/India_Flag_1713518778477_1713518820010.jpeg)
Updated on Jun 28, 2024 07:30 AM IST
Opposition to move adjournment motions on NEET row today
At a meeting of the INDIA bloc members at Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge’s residence on Thursday, opposition leaders decided that the “NEET issue is of paramount importance and must be taken up separately,” a senior leader who attended the meeting said, seeking anonymity.
![Opposition to move adjournment motions on NEET row today Opposition to move adjournment motions on NEET row today](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/04/19/148x111/India_Flag_1713518778477_1713518820010.jpeg)
Updated on Jun 28, 2024 07:26 AM IST
Saubhadra Chatterji, New Delhi
Expelled BJP leader’s aide, 5 others held for girl’s gang rape and murder in Uttarakhand
Police said they could not find the involvement of the expelled BJP leader in the gang rape and murder of the girl, but he remains booked for criminal conspiracy for concealing the crime
![Police with the accused arrested in connection with the gang rape and murder of a girl, in Haridwar on Thursday. (HT) Police with the accused arrested in connection with the gang rape and murder of a girl, in Haridwar on Thursday. (HT)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/06/27/150x84/Police-with-the-accused-arrested-in-connection-wit_1719514002476.jpg)
Updated on Jun 28, 2024 06:56 AM IST
‘Let them resign’: Supreme Court dismisses plea against competency test for teachers in Bihar
The court was hearing a petition filed by two groups of teachers employed in Panchayat-run schools in the state who challenged the Bihar School Exclusive Teachers Rules, 2023 requiring them to take the competency exam
![The Supreme Court remarked that teachers help build the nation and should be open to upgrading their skills or willing to quit. (ANI) The Supreme Court remarked that teachers help build the nation and should be open to upgrading their skills or willing to quit. (ANI)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/06/27/150x84/The-Supreme-Court-remarked-that-teachers-help-buil_1719513702625.jpg)
Updated on Jun 28, 2024 06:44 AM IST
‘Source of NEET leak likely courier, transport firm staff’
After a month of investigations in states like Bihar and Gujarat, the first FIR by CBI in the paper leak case was registered on Sunday.
![CBI officials at Oasis School for investigation into the NEET-UG paper leak case, in Hazaribagh district, on Thursday. (PTI) CBI officials at Oasis School for investigation into the NEET-UG paper leak case, in Hazaribagh district, on Thursday. (PTI)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/06/27/150x84/CBI-officials-at-Oasis-School-for-investigation-in_1719513522674.jpg)
Updated on Jun 28, 2024 04:20 AM IST
Prawesh Lama, Patna
President's focus on Emergency, NEET kicks off row in Parliament
The Opposition, buoyed by its increased strength in the Lok Sabha, is also in no mood to let the government off the hook on the Manipur issue.
![President Droupadi Murmu ahead of addressing a joint sitting of both Houses of Parliament, in New Delhi on Thursday. (ANI) President Droupadi Murmu ahead of addressing a joint sitting of both Houses of Parliament, in New Delhi on Thursday. (ANI)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/06/27/150x84/President-Droupadi-Murmu-ahead-of-addressing-a-joi_1719513523333.jpg)
Updated on Jun 28, 2024 04:26 AM IST
Smriti Kak Ramachandran, New Delhi
Monsoon to hit Delhi by weekend, says Met
The showers on Thursday also waterlogged streets and damaged trees in several parts of the city and disrupted morning rush-hour traffic
![A view of rain at the near Kartavya Path in New Delhi, India, on Thursday. (Arvind Yadav/ Hindustan Times) A view of rain at the near Kartavya Path in New Delhi, India, on Thursday. (Arvind Yadav/ Hindustan Times)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/06/27/150x84/A-view-of-rain-at-the-near-Kartavya-Path-in-New-De_1719513522434.jpg)
Updated on Jun 28, 2024 06:26 AM IST
Aheli Das, New Delhi
Latest News, Live Updates Today June 28, 2024: Lucknow on cloud nine as evening rain cools Uttar Pradesh capital after 40.3°C temperature during day
Welcome to the live updates platform for Hindustan Times. Follow all the major news updates, headlines and breaking news stories from India and around the world right here. Track the real-time developments of major events for June 28, 2024.
![Latest news on June 28, 2024: The rain in Lucknow began around 7pm. (Hindustan)(AP) Latest news on June 28, 2024: The rain in Lucknow began around 7pm. (Hindustan)(AP)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/06/28/150x84/The-rain-in-Lucknow-began-around-7pm---Hindustan-_1719595743744.jpg)
Updated on Jun 28, 2024 10:59 PM IST
Tamil Nadu to establish international airport in Hosur, says CM Stalin
Speaking in the state assembly, Stalin said the airport in Hosur, Krishnagiri, will be built on 2,000 acres of land and will be capable of handling 30 million passengers every year.
![Tamil Nadu chief minister MK Stalin said the Tamil Nadu government will set up an international airport in Hosur city to cater to the increasing industrial needs in Krishnagiri and Dharmapuri districts. (PTI) Tamil Nadu chief minister MK Stalin said the Tamil Nadu government will set up an international airport in Hosur city to cater to the increasing industrial needs in Krishnagiri and Dharmapuri districts. (PTI)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/06/27/150x84/Tamil-Nadu-chief-minister-MK-Stalin-said-the-Tamil_1719513402571.jpg)
Updated on Jun 28, 2024 06:14 AM IST
HT Correspondent, Chennai
Karnataka CID files charge sheet against former CM Yediyurappa in Pocso case
According to the charge sheet, the incident took place around 11.15 am when the complainant and her daughter visited Yediyurappa at his residence
![The Karnataka CID on Thursday filed a charge sheet against former CM and senior BJP leader BS Yediyurappa, accusing him of sexually assaulting a minor girl. (PTI) The Karnataka CID on Thursday filed a charge sheet against former CM and senior BJP leader BS Yediyurappa, accusing him of sexually assaulting a minor girl. (PTI)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/06/27/150x84/The-Karnataka-CID-on-Thursday-filed-a-charge-sheet_1719513222241.jpg)
Updated on Jun 28, 2024 06:02 AM IST
Why even former superstars hold on to their brand value in world of sport
Tendulkar endorses Apollo Tyres, Gillette, Livpure and Rario while Dhoni appears for SBI, Mastercard, Indigo Paints and Homelane, among others
![MS Dhoni and Sachin Tendulkar are still prized by brands and often find more takers than the current crop of stars. (Getty Images) MS Dhoni and Sachin Tendulkar are still prized by brands and often find more takers than the current crop of stars. (Getty Images)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/06/27/150x84/MS-Dhoni-and-Sachin-Tendulkar-are-still-prized-by-_1719512442231.jpg)
Updated on Jun 28, 2024 05:46 AM IST
Asaduddin Owaisi alleges his Delhi residence vandalised with ink
The AIMIM MP said that he has now lost count the number of times his Delhi residence has been targeted.
![AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi.(PTI) AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi.(PTI)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/06/27/148x111/Owaisi_1719507590209_1719507590463.jpg)
Published on Jun 27, 2024 10:40 PM IST
Political slugfest over Lok Sabha Deputy Speaker post continues
NDA said that INDIA bloc's demands that its nominee should be given the Deputy Speaker post can only be considered when the election takes place.
![Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Leader of the Opposition Rahul Gandhi and Union Minister for Parliamentary Affairs Kiren Rijiju escort Om Birla to the chair after the latter was elected as the Speaker of the House during the first session of the 18th Lok Sabha,(PTI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Leader of the Opposition Rahul Gandhi and Union Minister for Parliamentary Affairs Kiren Rijiju escort Om Birla to the chair after the latter was elected as the Speaker of the House during the first session of the 18th Lok Sabha,(PTI)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/06/27/148x111/om_birla_modi_1719393846306_1719504832418.jpg)
Published on Jun 27, 2024 10:39 PM IST
CBI makes its first arrests in NEET-UG case, arrests 2 from Patna
Several petitioners have approached the Supreme Court with various requests relating to the exam, including a plea to scrap it entirely or halt the counselling process
![In this combo photo, men arrested by CBI in the NEET-UG paper leak case after their medical check-up at LNJP hospital in Patna on June 27 (HT Photo/Santosh Kumar) In this combo photo, men arrested by CBI in the NEET-UG paper leak case after their medical check-up at LNJP hospital in Patna on June 27 (HT Photo/Santosh Kumar)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/06/27/150x84/In-this-combo-photo--men-arrested-by-CBI-in-the-NE_1719505120219.jpg)
Published on Jun 27, 2024 09:49 PM IST
‘Don’t behave like sore loser': BJP slams Oppn on criticism of Lok Sabha Speaker
After being elected as the Lok Sabha Speaker through a voice vote, Om Birla had condemned the Emergency imposed by then prime minister Indira Gandhi in 1975
![Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Leader of the Opposition Rahul Gandhi with newly elected Lok Sabha speaker Om Birla, at Parliament House in New Delhi on Wednesday. (ANI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Leader of the Opposition Rahul Gandhi with newly elected Lok Sabha speaker Om Birla, at Parliament House in New Delhi on Wednesday. (ANI)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/06/27/148x111/PM_Modi_om_Birla_Rahul_Gandhi_1719504130931_1719504131146.jpg)
Updated on Jun 27, 2024 10:00 PM IST
Sam Pitroda’s reappointment implies Cong endorses his ‘unsavoury’ remarks: BJP
Shehzad Poonawalla said Sam Pitroda’s re-appointment makes it clear that the Congress subscribes to and endorses all the unsavoury, objectionable comments by him
![BJP spokesperson Shehzad Poonawalla (PTI) BJP spokesperson Shehzad Poonawalla (PTI)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/06/27/150x84/BJP-spokesperson-Shehzad-Poonawalla--PTI-_1719502299436.jpg)
Published on Jun 27, 2024 09:02 PM IST
Assam DGP orders suspension of cops allegedly involved in assaulting civilians
The fur cops have been accused of misbehaving and assaulting civilians, including a woman, in a drunken state on Monday (June 24) in the Basistha area of Guwahati
![Assam DGP Gyanendra Pratap Singh (Twitter/@PIB_Guwahati) Assam DGP Gyanendra Pratap Singh (Twitter/@PIB_Guwahati)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/06/27/150x84/Assam-DGP-Gyanendra-Pratap-Singh--Twitter--PIB-Guw_1719500979333.jpg)
Published on Jun 27, 2024 08:40 PM IST
70 feet in 72 hours: Indian Army builds bailey bridge in Sikkim after landslide
PRO Defence also credited Border Roads Organisation and local administration in their efforts to restore connectivity in the flood-stricken Sikkim
![Incessant rains in North Sikkim have caused multiple landslides and breaches affecting the road connectivity in the area. (PTI) Incessant rains in North Sikkim have caused multiple landslides and breaches affecting the road connectivity in the area. (PTI)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/06/27/148x111/The-section-of-a-road-damaged-due-to-landslides-tr_1718551005766_1719496656490.jpg)
Published on Jun 27, 2024 07:49 PM IST
Karnataka CID files chargesheet against ex-CM BS Yediyurappa in POCSO case
Karnataka CID filed a chargesheet against former CM BS Yediyurappa in the case linked to the alleged sexual assault of a minor girl.
![Former Karnataka chief minister BS Yediyurappa (PTI) Former Karnataka chief minister BS Yediyurappa (PTI)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/06/27/148x111/Former-Karnataka-chief-minister-BS-Yediyurappa-add_1718394665893_1719493394707.jpg)
Published on Jun 27, 2024 07:30 PM IST
6 held for brutally thrashing woman in public in Meghalaya: Police
The viral video showed a woman being beaten up by a group of men armed with thick sticks who accused her of having an extra-marital affair
![The viral video showed a woman being beaten up by a group of men armed with thick sticks (Twitter/video screengrab) The viral video showed a woman being beaten up by a group of men armed with thick sticks (Twitter/video screengrab)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/06/27/150x84/The-viral-video-showed-a-woman-being-beaten-up-by-_1719496537967.png)
Published on Jun 27, 2024 07:26 PM IST
Jaishankar assures Stalin of action for release of TN fishermen from Sri Lanka
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar mentioned that the NDA government has endeavoured to address the livelihood interests of the fishing community.
![External affairs minister S Jaishankar. (File Photo)(HT_PRINT) External affairs minister S Jaishankar. (File Photo)(HT_PRINT)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/06/27/148x111/External-affairs-minister-S-Jaishankar---File-Phot_1719233315666_1719495823171.jpg)
Published on Jun 27, 2024 07:25 PM IST
President Murmu makes big announcement on Ayushman Bharat scheme. Details here
The president made the announcement while addressing a joint session of the Parliament in New Delhi.
![President Droupadi Murmu during the joint sitting of both Houses of Parliament, in New Delhi on Thursday.(ANI ) President Droupadi Murmu during the joint sitting of both Houses of Parliament, in New Delhi on Thursday.(ANI )](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/06/27/148x111/Murmu_1719492036486_1719492036710.jpg)
Published on Jun 27, 2024 06:59 PM IST
Opposition to bring adjournment motions on NEET in both houses of parliament
The Narendra Modi-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) government is under fire from the opposition over allegations of irregularities in examinations
![Rahul Gandhi, Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge at the INDIA bloc meeting. Rahul Gandhi, Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge at the INDIA bloc meeting.](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/06/27/148x111/Rahul_Gandhi_1719494176653_1719494176915.jpeg)
Updated on Jun 27, 2024 09:24 PM IST